Piano CollectionContents: Ballade, Op. 47, No. 3 * Ballade, Op. 23, No. 1 * Berceuse (Lullaby) * Fantaisie-Impromptu * Funeral March (Sonata Op. 35) * Impromptu, Op. 29 * Mazurka, Op. 33, No. 1 * Mazurka, Op. 33, No. 3 * Mazurka, Op. 33, No. 4 * Mazurka, Op. 7, No. 1 * Mazurka, Op. 7, No. 2 * Noctur[...]

The nocturnes (night pieces) are among the most introspective and personal of Chopin's works, as he was influenced by John Field's pieces of the same title. This complete collection of the nocturnes includes a useful thematic index and footnotes citing the differences between the manuscripts and the[...]

(PWM). The most famous and popular edition of Chopin's works prepared by I. J. Paderewski, L. Bronarski and J. Turczynski. The edition has been based primarily on Chopin's autograph manuscripts, copies approved by him and first editions. The principal aim of the Editorial Committee has been to estab[...]

(PWM). The etudes by Chopin are usually described in two categories: as a "compendium on knowledge of piano performance" or as "small musical poems." Both those definitions are correct, and do not exclude each other. The etudes will always remain an example of exeptional harmony between the instrume[...]

(PWM). The most famous and popular edition of Chopin's works prepared by I. J. Paderewski, L. Bronarski and J. Turczynski. The edition has been based primarily on Chopin's autograph manuscripts, copies approved by him and first editions. The principal aim of the Editorial Committee has been to estab[...]

(Schott). Chopin's Piano Concertos have often been criticized for their orchestration. In the past this has frequently led to changes or complete re-workings of the instrumentation. But on closer examination Chopin's own versions contain many sophisticated and subtle orchestral effects, especially i[...]

"Newly engraved 2000 Edition with larger notation for easier reading." Chopin's 24 Preludes, Op. 28, are a set of short pieces for piano, one in each of the twenty-four keys, originally published in 1839. The Prelude in C-sharp minor, Op. 45 (sometimes listed as Prelude No. 25), was composed in 1841[...]

Chopin's Waltzes have been a source of delight for both listeners and performers through the ages, but most are quite difficult to play. However, this easy Piano edition opens up the world of the Waltzes to beginning pianists. All the intricate melodies, harmonies and rhythms are here, but newly arr[...]

Nearly 300 letters vividly reveal man and artist. "Delightful...engagingly witty...at times positively Rabelaisian."--"Books. Preface. Index.
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